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Tornado Confirmed in Cedar Lake to Crown Point Track During 48-Hour Storm
Crown Point, IN – The recent 48-hour storm system that affected the Midwest has been confirmed to have produced a tornado in the Cedar Lake to Crown Point area. The National Weather Service (NWS) provided this update following detailed damage assessments. According to the NWS, the tornado that hit...
Don Quijote To Host Benefit Dinner for Feeding Our Seniors!
Support VNA Meals on Wheels by attending our upcoming benefit dinner hosted by Don Quijote Restaurante. A very special thank you to owners, Carlos and Elena, who are very generously hosting dinner and making it possible for 100% of the funds raised to go directly to seniors in need. Each...
Kankakee County, IL – Tornadoes Confirmed in Peotone, Manteno, and Grant Park Monday
Peotone, IL – The recent 48-hour storm system that swept through the Midwest has been confirmed to have produced tornadoes in Peotone, Manteno, and Grant Park. The National Weather Service (NWS) provided these updates following detailed damage assessments. According to the NWS, Peotone experienced an EF-0 tornado on July...
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana gifts funds to Urban League of Northwest Indiana for groundbreaking Indiana University Northwest-affiliated scholarship
On the evening of Wednesday, July 17, representatives from the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, Urban League of Northwest Indiana, and Indiana University (IU) Northwest gathered in the Hard Rock Casino's Jackson Family Tribute Gallery. The Hard Rock Casino presented Urban League with a $250,000 check that will be used to fund the all-new Do Well by Doing Good Scholarship Program. This program, which was established between Urban League and IU Northwest, will provide Gary high school graduates attending IU Northwest with crucial financial aid.
South Shore CVA welcomes thousands to the Region at NSA Fastpitch World Series Opening Ceremony
The 2024 National Softball Association (NSA) Fastpitch World Series is underway and thousands of athletes, coaches, and parents celebrated with an Opening Ceremony parade and block party in downtown Crown Point. Hosted by the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority (CVA), the NSA Fastpitch World Series features over 100 teams...
A Levin Tire Employee Spotlight: Trevor Haemker
It’s no secret that vehicles are quite prominent in the Region’s day-to-day life. It’s what allows many to commute to and from work, special gatherings, and just about everything else that helps people stay connected to their communities. That’s why, when the service lights come on, Northwest Indiana is always ready to ride into Levin Tire & Service Center. With multiple locations throughout the Region, customers know their valuable possession is in good hands while being worked on by its quality staff, including Automotive Technician Trevor Haemker.
Tornadoes Include Crown Point, Cedar Lake, Valparaiso
The National Weather Service continues to confirm tornadoes in the Northwest Indiana-Chicago area that occurred during storms Monday night July 15, 2024, and Valparaiso is now on the list. The weather service Chicago office says it has extended the Cedar Lake to Crown Point tornado track to Valparaiso, an EF-1 tornado with a maximum width of 300 yards, estimated peak winds of 90 MPH, traveling over 29 miles in 28 minutes. The tornado “continued across I-65 through eastern Lake County and into Porter County. Damage along this part of the path was to trees as the tornado had weakened a bit. However, the tornado did re-intensify as it tracked into Valparaiso,” the National Weather Service summary said, and the tornado lifted just north of Evans Avenue. The National Weather Service said a fatality in Cedar Lake during the severe weather when a tree fell onto a house was caused by straight-line winds south of the tornado’s track. The weather service also earlier confirmed an EF-0 tornado occurred with a maximum width of 100 yards traveling 13-point-7 miles from Shelby in south Lake County to Wheatfield Township in northern Jasper County. As of Thursday night July 18, a total of 22 tornadoes have been confirmed in the Chicago forecast area, tying the daily record for July 15, and meteorologists are continuing to analyze areas of damage during the derecho event. Here is a link for updates and more information.
Duneland Chamber celebrates community excellence at Annual Awards event
Chesterton, IN: The Duneland Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Community Awards Luncheon on July 17th at the Spa Special Event Center, celebrating the achievements and contributions of outstanding individuals and organizations within the community. This year’s event saw the highest number of attendees to date, reflecting the growing enthusiasm and support for recognizing local excellence.
Lake Village, IN – Semi vs Truck Accident on US 41 Injures Two
Lake Village, IN – A collision involving a semi-tractor trailer and a pickup truck occurred at the intersection of US41 and SR10 in Lake Village on Thursday, resulting in injuries. Newton County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the scene around 12:00 PM. According to the Newton County Sheriff’s Office,...
R.O.S.E. and R.I.S.E. award nominations due August 1
The R.O.S.E. and R.I.S.E. Award nominations are due AUGUST 1, 2024, and the dinner is coming up September 26th!. Are you ready to show someone how much you appreciate their passion for providing first-rate service? If you witnessed an employee go beyond your expectations, share your experience. Your nominee could...
Illinois Man Says He Was Fired From Trucking Company For Not Cutting His Dreadlocks Despite White Employees Being Allowed To Have White Hair
Drew Harvey, 26, of Crete, Illinois, was a recent hire at an Iowa trucking company, and he alleges that he was fired for refusing to cut off his dreadlocks. According to the Des Moines Register, Harvey traveled to Des Moines, Iowa, for his new role with TMC Transportation. He began training on June 23, but he alleges that he was wrongfully terminated the following day due to his hairstyle.
Schererville is Cohosting a DAV (Disabled American Veterans) Walk on 8/24/24
DAV (Disabled American Veterans) Walk. Opening Ceremony 10AM at The St. John Township Veterans Memorial in front of the Schererville Police Department (25 East Joliet Street Schererville, IN 46375). Then moving to the 9/11 Memorial (same location) Walk Steps Off Following Ceremony. Co-Hosted by:. Disabled American Veterans - Chapter #...
Valparaiso University to Host 42nd Season of Lutheran Summer Music
Valparaiso University is proud to host over 250 students, faculty, fellows and staff — representing 30 states and two countries — as they come together for a summer of music and worship with the 2024 Lutheran Summer Music (LSM) season. This season will feature over 30 free, public concerts, recitals and worship events, running from July 1 to July 28, 2024.
Northwest Indiana Symphony’s 83rd Season Tickets Now Available
The Northwest Indiana Symphony is comprised of the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, the Northwest Indiana Symphony Youth Orchestra, the Norrthwest Indiana Symphony Chorus, and the Women’s Association. The orchestra, a group of 75 rostered professionals musicians is under the leadership of Music Director and Conductor, Kirk Musprratt. The orchestra plays a full season of subscription concerts, in addition to our Summer Music Festival with free summer evening concerts in 7 different communities. The Symphony also provides numerous education and outreach initiatives.
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